Wednesday Wireless

From the Office

Wireless Distribution: This wireless will contain information for both the weeks of November 12th and the 19th.

Conference Requests: We appreciate all the families who turned in the conference request forms on time. You should be receiving the confirmations, along with the Wireless folders today, November 12th. Please save your confirmation sheet until conference times on the 17th and the 18th. We look forward to seeing you at your assigned time. Remember, students from grades 2 through 8 need to be in attendance for the conference.

This year we are going by strict times for conferences. Middle School conferences will only be the 10 minutes allotted to your family and Grades K4 through Grade 5 will only be 15 minutes. A signal will be given at the end of the time limit. If more time is needed, then you will need to schedule another time when there is an opening. It is in all fairness that each family is assigned a time and we need to abide by that time for each family. We appreciate you understanding this to give everyone an opportunity to visit with the teachers of their child or children. Thank you in advance!

School Next Week: Yes, we have a regular school day on Monday, November 17th, until 3:00 P.M. Conferences will begin later that afternoon. The only students who need to come to school on Tuesday are those who need to accompany their parents to conferences. There is no school on Wednesday, November 19th, for students. Classes will resume on Thursday, November 20th.

School Accreditation Day: On Thursday, November 20th, we will have 11 guests in our building beginning at 7:00 A.M. until approximately 4:00P.M. These educators will be reviewing our school documentation, visiting all classrooms, and speaking with all staff. They may informally speak to the students, as they see them in the hallways, etc. At approximately 3:15, they will meet with the staff and give us some feedback on the day. They will then submit a written report to the Archdiocese containing commendations and recommendations. We are in year three of a seven year cycle of school improvement. I would like to thank all families who submitted documentation via e-mail. We appreciate your comments. I thank those families in advance who have provided food for the breakfast and the lunch. Your kindness is appreciated!

Registration for 2009-2010: I am beginning to make projections for enrollment of new K4 students for next year. If your child is ready and coming next year, please either call or e-mail to indicate attendance.

Mad Science Classes: We will be offering the Mad Science classes again after school on Monday afternoons beginning of November 24th through December 15th. A flyer is coming home with the students in the younger grades. Payment and registration sheets are due by the 21st of November so that the classes can be formed. Mail directly to Mad Science.

Uniform Reminders: It is important to read or reread the uniform policy again. Check skirt length for the girls and shirt length for the boys. Shorts are not to be worn beginning in November and continuing until spring. Students are to be wearing shoes with closed toes and heels during the day. Boots are reserved for the outside weather. I understand that some students have been wearing boots during the day instead of shoes. Also out of uniform passes are to be used on days that the students do not attend Mass.

True Meaning of Christmas Poster Contest: Students in grades 1 through 4 will be bringing home a paper on which to enter a contest sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. The name information needs to go on the back of the poster. Children are encouraged to use crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, magic marker, colored pens or pen and ink. All ideas should be original and no paste on will be accepted. The judging will be on the following criteria: Expression of the Christmas theme = 20 points, Originality = 30 Points and Artistic quality = 50%. All posters are due in Sister Janet's office on or before Wednesday, December 10th. This is a home project and entrance in the contest is voluntary, but we have had many winners in the past, so please encourage your child(ren) to participate.

Original Artwork - Christmas Gifts: This year, we are excited to be a part of a special program offered by Original Works – the #1 art based program in the country. It allows you to have you child’s own artwork reproduced in many creative ways and at a reasonable price.

During the month of October, all CK students were involved in creating their own masterpieces in Art class. The students in the primary grades drew pictures of their families. The intermediate classes focused on the wonders of God’s creation. Middle school students created action paintings inspired by the work of artist Jackson Pollock. These were then sent to Original Works to be turned into magnets.

This week, each participating student is bringing home their preview magnet and an order form. We hope you like what you see and decide to purchase the magnet, as well as some other items. (Hint - Only 42 shopping days left until Christmas!) All orders must be in by Friday, November 21st. The company has promised that the orders will be delivered in time for Christmas if we honor our deadline. If you are not interested in ordering, just return the magnet and the enclosed order form to school. There is no obligation to buy. The proceeds from this project will go towards the Christ King playground structure. We hope you are as excited about this opportunity as we are. Happy Shopping!

Home & School

Halloween Candy/Rescue Mission: Don't know what do with all that Halloween candy sitting in your house? Bring it to school and put it in the box inside of the office until November 14th. You can also bring the candy to Market Day and drop it off there. All candy will be donated to the Rescue Mission, along with all the pies that you are so generously donating to them. Thank you! Market Day

Toy Sale Reminder: Come and shop the bargains this weekend at the 22nd Annual Children’s Toy Resale. The sale will feature books, videos, puzzles, barbies, electronic games, infant toys, bikes, playsets, baby furniture and equipment. The distribution of numbers for Friday’s sale will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Friday, November 14th

6:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.

Please promote the sale to your friends and neighbors. Word of mouth is the best advertisement for our sale. Christ King receives 40% of the proceeds. Hope to see you there!

Volunteers: Remember the pre-sale is at 3:30pm on Friday. If you have any questions, please call 258.4160 x47. Thanks!

Parish News

Feast of Christ the King: As many of you already know, the annual Feast of Christ King celebration takes place this year on Saturday, November 22, 2008. The event will take place just after the 4:30 p.m. Mass, and includes a wonderful dinner, fabulous desserts, fun and fellowship for all who attend. Which brings me to my next point - the desserts. I'm told that in years past, several parishioners have been exceedingly kind in donating their time and talents to preparing desserts for the Feast. As the coordinator for this year's event, I'm not above making the same request of those willing to donate desserts. Please contact me at your convenience if you have the time and are willing to showcase your marvels of dessert perfection to the cause. Nelson Phillips @ 414.258.1296, or e-mail nkphillips1@att.net

Fall Food Drive: Please continue to bring in non perishable food items for our parish food drive until November 24th. All donations are taken to the Tosa Food Pantry located at St. Bernard's. The pantry is open from 1:00-3:00 on Mondays and 9:00-11:00 on Saturdays. They are always in need of donations, especially with this sluggish economy. Last year the pantry served over 1500 individuals from our local community. This is a Human Concerns sponsored program and we thank you in advance for your generosity. Please call Jennifer Radosevic #476-4482 with any questions or concerns.

CK Parish Cookbooks: Are you still looking for Christmas gift ideas? Our Parish cookbooks make a great gift at only $20.00. They can be purchased at the school office or the rectory. Also, they will be on sale at our Christ the King Feast Day celebration dinner on November 22nd. in the North Hall.

In addition to being a great keepsake or gift, all proceeds are distributed by the Human Concerns committee to fund programs to help the less fortunate in our community and to fund projects within our own parish. Please direct questions to Jennifer Radosevic #476.4482. Thank you and have a blessed Thanksgiving!

Registration for CK Dad’s Retreat @ Jesuit Retreat House (April 2-5, 2009): A group of men from Christ King Parish & School will be attending the Third Annual Christ King Retreat, a silent retreat at the Jesuit Retreat House in Oshkosh, beginning on the evening of April 2 and lasting through Mass on Sunday, April 5, 2009.

Last year's group consisted of over 35 men, most of whom made their first retreat and plan to head back this year. If you are interested in information about the Jesuit Retreat House, visit: http://www.jesuitretreathouse.org/. If you care for more information, or would like to register, please feel free to contact Mike Hodan (771.7628, michael.hodan@micorp.com) or Joe Pickart (456.1068, jpickart@whdlaw.com).

Invisible Children Book Drive November 10 – 14th: In today’s Northern Uganda, a 23 year genocide continues. A rebel group kidnaps the villagers’ children and forces them into slavery. Invisible Children is committed to seeking sustainable solutions to foster an environment that encourages peace. With the help of your simple donations, we can supply schools with adequate literature for all ages. Boxes were placed throughout the school and parish. Please bring in any books from picture books to old textbooks. Any donation is accepted. The Book Drive will run from November 10th thru’ November 14th. Please visit our website: www.invisiblechildren. com for further information.

School Committee

School Committee Agenda:

6:30 Call to order/prayer

Approval of Minutes from 10/16/08

Open Forum
-no items

Pastor's Report

Parish Council Report

Athletic Committee Report

Old Business
-Parent/Teacher Conference Communication
-School Committee Orientation Feedback
-Budget Brainstorming

New Business
-Update on Grades 3-5
-SPA Visit

Subcommittee Reports
-Marketing/Recruitment
-Communication

Principal's Report

Meeting Wrap-Up

Adjournment

Scout News

Cub Scout Pack Meeting: Cub Scout Pack meeting is Tuesday, November 25th at 7pm in the North Hall.

Webelo Service Project: Beginning the week of November 17th, the fourth grade Webelo scouts from pack 117 are collecting winter hats, scarfs, mittens and gloves for those that do not have these important items to stay warm this winter. A collection box will be near the school office for your donations. Please consider to donate to those who are less fortunate than you.

Sports

Volleyball Update:

Thanks to all the players, coaches and parents for contributing to a successful ’08 volleyball season! Our teams ended the season with the following standings:

Boys: 8th grade – 6th place

7th grade A - 5th place

7th grade B - 2nd place

6th grade - 5th place

5th grade Blue - 6th place

5th grade Gold - 2nd place

Girls: 8th grade A - 4th place

8th grade B - 6th place

7th grade A - 4th place

7th grade B - 5th place

6th grade Blue - 3rd place

6th grade Gold -5th place

5th grade - 6th place

Congrats to All! A note to all current 6th and 7th grade volleyball families: the ’09 season begins August 15, 2009! Players MUST be present at try-outs to be considered for “A” team play. Please keep this in mind as we move toward 2009!